Broadcasters Go Against Big Tech With Congress Forcing Negotiations

NAB publicly advocates for the Journalism Competition and Protection Act, despite concerns.

Internet Pioneer Vint Cerf Says Digital Inclusion is More Than Just Access

The luminary emphasized literacy on cybersecurity and accessibility features for disabled individuals.

Companies Should Mandate Two-Factor Authentication, Says Head of National Cybersecurity Alliance

Lenovo, Facebook and Microsoft sit on board of non-profit group led by Interim Executive Director Lisa Plaggemier.

U.S. Losing Ground on Making Global Privacy Mark Without Federal Rules

The EU has sweeping privacy rules in place that could further influence global companies, as U.S. still without unified legislation.

Federal Appeals Court Upholds California’s Net Neutrality Rules

The ruling prevents internet providers in the state from abandoning net neutrality for broadband customers.

Experts Warn Against Private Right to Action Laws on Data Privacy Day

If laws are robust enough and enforcement agencies are well-resourced, states should avoid implementing right to privacy action legislation.

Facebook is Failing Iranians, and Iran’s Leaders Are About to Launch a Censored Internet

Social media platforms are harming Iran due to their ignorance of Iranian culture and the nation's primary dialects.

Vague Social Media Laws Create Fear in the Middle East. Can Encryption Tools Help?

Experts discuss how social media is being treated in the Middle East and how to respond.

FTC Mum on Microsoft-Activision Deal, Proposes Review of Merger Guidelines

The deal would elevate Microsoft in an even more favorable position in the games-as-a-service market.

Attorneys General Suing Google Over Location Data Collection

The D.C. attorney general is leading other state AGs alleging Google mislead consumers into believing they could disable location tracking.

American Innovation and Choice Online Act Advances to Senate Floor With Bipartisan Alliance

Klobuchar was able to rally Democrats and Republicans to support her bill, but its future depends upon a shaky alliance.

CES 2022: Next Generation of TVs Have Application for Remote Learning, Promoters Say

The new television broadcasting standard brings faster speeds and more opportunities for connecting tele-services.

Telework Here to Stay, But Devices Need Beefed Up Security

The future of teleworking will need upgraded security.

Federal Communications Commissioner Starks Seeks to Encourage Democratic Principles Online

The commissioner noted the peril democracy and citizen privacy finds themselves in around the world.

Ron Yokubaitis: GOP Putting Partisanship over Reform with Gigi Sohn’s FCC Nomination

Nominated by President Biden as Federal Communications Commissioner, Sohn understands the real reason net neutrality is necessary.

Facebook Objection Dismissed, Glo Fiber Expanding, Utopia’s Timmerman Advocates Gigi Sohn

A judge dismissed Facebook's objection to the FTC's investigation into the company's alleged anticompetitive practices.

Greene, Paul Social Media Developments Resurface Section 230 Debate

Five days into the new year and two developments bring Section 230 protections back into focus.

Rosenworcel Stands Firm on Net Neutrality in Face of Lawmakers Urging Status Quo

The FCC chairwoman responded to a letter by members of Congress resisting calls to back down on net neutrality.

D.C. Circuit Upholds Freed Up 6 GHz, Wireless Players Celebrate

Industry bigwigs say the decision paves the way for next-generation Wi-Fi.

Facebook Wins Data Privacy Lawsuit, Carriers Oppose Backup Power Mandates, Action on Suicide Site

A judge ruled Facebook cannot be held liable for securities fraud in data leaks related to the Cambridge Analytica scandal.